How to Protect a CVT Transmission: 5 Practical Tips So Your CVT Lasts | Part 1 |
Learn how to protect a CVT transmission so that it lasts! I offer you 5 practical tips that you should keep in mind to ensure you get the longest life out of your CVT, whether you have a WRX, Ascent, or other manufacturer altogether with a CVT transmission these are mostly simple things you can start doing right away to ensure your transmissions longevity.
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2:20 is where useful information begins.
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Thank you, champ!
Yes!
Watch video for explanations and details. 2:20 1) Don't launch your car. Excessive wear and tear to the transmission d/t ton of heat. 4:00 2) Warm up your car, specifically the transmission, before you push it hard. So go easy first minutes, ~5 or so, of driving. 5:36 3) For WRX, check for transmission fluid for seepage. 7:14 4) Install TCM (Transmission Control Module) updates asap. 8:24 5) Don't add mods/tune that's more than your transmission can handle.
Exactly
To sum everything up: Don't drive like an asshole, take your car in for it's regular services, and stay away from mods. In all likelihood your CVT will do fine - along with the rest of your car.
Nissan: Challenge accepted
Yeah Nissan owners weren’t that lucky
@@NikeySunfire I am, lifetime warranty and no issues with 100k plus on car.
@@MegaIrishcoffee I used to own a Caliber with CVT. Thirteen years going without an issue. My father in law has it now.
Subaru says “hold my beer”
150k so far on a 2010 Nissan Altima. Original owner. CVT flushed every 30k. Zero issues so far; still as smooth as day 1.
do you mean just dropping the pan or actually flushing?
I own a 2010 Legacy GT with CVT and this has been the most informative videos I've seen so far.
Change the transmission fluid around 30,000 miles. Also as many neglect you need to change ALL the fluids such as oil, differentials ( if equipped ), brake fluid , coolant , power steering. It will save you thousands just doing the maintenance .
Or buy electric
@MsErica647 Depends on the vehicle, the manual/online resources will have a maintenance schedule. As in, every X amount of miles, have Y maintained. ALWAYS follow the schedule. It costs money and time, but it's always cheaper and more convenient than replacing an entire car.
@@Anonymous-ru2wk electric are for those who have given up on life... No.
When it comes to transmission fluid I scoff at those people who want to go 100,000 miles on original fluid. They don't seem to realize how these CVTs work apparently!! I think 60,000 is way too long with these. I would recommend 25,000 to 30,000. Do it sooner if you think for even a minute it needs it then!! Once the damage is done new fluid will not reverse it!!! I have a Nissan but really all CVTs are sensitive to maintenance and should be cared for better than what some of these crazy people are doing to them!!
@@Anonymous-ru2wk then the battery breaks down after 60k miles and you have to spend 25k to get it repaired
I have two Mitsubishi 2012 vehicles with CVT and both have 200k miles and no issues at all. Both have had two services for new CVT fluid.
WRX CVT driver, i learn quite a lot from you.
2 stories. I bought tons of parts from my local Chrysler dealer via an auto parts store I worked at. I forget which model transmission it was that started giving lots of trouble; expecting I would start getting calls for the parts, I asked my parts buddy for a breakdown of the internals. He told me that Cnrysler didn't even give info for the input and output seals. He said the entire unit was a swap out. Second story re heat buildup. I have seen several pickups come off Interstate 5, where they were pulling heavy trailers at 80 mph against the wind. Common to all, was that the trans oil would flash, blow out the dipstick and spray oil all under the hood. One guy in a Dodge turbo diesel had oil spray on the turbo and the whole thing burned to the ground. I think he saved the ball on the hitch.
lot of people hating here that don't even have a CVT. also the legit people who had bad experience with CVT are those that bought nissan.
Yep. I have a 2013 Prius CVT. It does not have a belt. 160,000 miles and going strong.
You are correct.
I have a lancer.no major problem so far. 🤷♂️
2010 Mitsubishi Lancer GTS owner with a CVT They suck ass no need to dick ride them
Let’s not forget about jeeps... my cousins Jeep Patriot shit out hard at 40k than god it was under warranty and he traded it in
1) Don't launch your car aka go 4 bucks a gallon to complete freedom 2) Warm up your car trans before going full throttle 3) Periodically check your trans fluid, service, replace, refill. 4) Check for TCM update from your car manufacturer 5) Don't mod/tune your car's trans beyond it's safe limits.
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fucking life saver with 3 minute intro
TCM? Ive hers of TSB..Thanks
3 would be easy if they had dipsticks. My 2017 Nissan has the tube for it but no stick. Just a plug that could have come with a stick on it. The reliability of them is hit or miss. Some people say they had good luck and some seem to have had terrible luck. As for number 5, it is obvious that CVTs were not meant for heavy hauling at all. I have heard of high torque CVTs for trucks but are they out yet? I would not want a truck anyhow. I really don't think trucks need CVTs anyhow. It will be interesting to see how long the high torque CVTs last. I can only imagine the first generation would be just abysmal considering that the first generation of a lot of things would still need improvement.
6) Change your fluids when it requires to do so. Don’t follow the lifetime fluid life like some manuals state.
#2 is probably what'll crop up in my case, because when I get off work in the afternoon, there's an intersection less than a quarter mile down the road where I have to turn left onto a busy highway with no traffic lights. The kind of situation where you either GET ON IT, or you sit there for an inordinate amount of time while the traffic backs up behind you and the road-ragers start crossing the double-yellow line and going around you
Love those impatient folks get to see them cause accidents and explain to cops what they did and now they loose their licenses for driving to endanger
I have a 2018 Nissian XTrail, first owner, and it has 128,000miles, best car I’ve ever owned
I love the CVT in my 2021 Subaru Ascent and 2013 Subaru Legacy, they are super smooth and haven’t had a single issue with the 2013 Legacy, tranny oil changed at 95k, car currently has 98k on it.
Good info..my car is 245000km and i followed all the steps since i owned it.. nice video which help your car run for longer time .
My first new car and first CVT was a 2012 Nissan Versa. A great little car, but the CVT was garbage. I pampered it, drove it gently, and took it in for its first 30k mile service, recommended by the owner's manual. The dealership checked the CVT fluid and said it didn't need to be changed until 60k miles. Well, at 38k miles the CVT started having an occasional issue with slipping. It managed to last to 56k miles without failing though when I traded it in.
Question: Your point about "don't modify the engine beyond the transmissions capabilities" is certainly a valid point. How do we know, or where can we find out what those capabilities are?
My two biggest concerns for my 2018 Civic EX-T are the CVT and the turbo. I changed the transmission fluid twice already. I flushed the coolant. I change the oil/filter between 3,800-4,200 miles using full synthetic 0W-20 and OEM filter. I only use the highest detergent top-tier fuel. I don’t drive hard but I drive a lot...60% highway averaging 33.2 mpg. I have 89,300 trouble-free miles so far. I never redline...heck, I don’t think I’ve ever exceeded 4,000 rpm. I always come to a complete stop before shifting from reverse to drive. I always engage the emergency parking brake before releasing the brake when in Park. I want to see just how reliable the Honda CVT and turbo is. I’m hoping to get 300,000 miles. Fingers crossed.
Nice, I do the same. High five.
The bc5a transmission or the honda cvt is and amazing piece of machinery. I abuse mines all the time and it pulls great everytime unless its faulty from factory you have nun to worry about.
Why the emergency break
@@patriciajoyner9871 Applying the ebrake before releasing the regular brake when engaging park removes the stress on the transmission especially when parking on an incline. Knowing the stress points on an engine, the transmission, and turbo along with early maintenance will give you the best chance to getting the most life out of your vehicle.
@@patriciajoyner9871 because when put in "P" park, then off the break peddle the car jerks back and forth slightly sometimes more depending on how flat is ground were you park. And if you put it in "P" then engage the emergency break as well, then foot off the break peddle the car doesn't jerk, plus it removes the strain from the parking components and overall is healthier for the car and safer and since it's there might as well use it it takes 2 seconds it's a win win that just me all my family members don't do that and most people don't do that maybe because they don't know or just not thought or just don't care to each their own aha (: Edit: when in "P" the only thing preventing the car from rolling away is a tiny hook that can fail. In emergency break, all tires are locked so it's the safest an no chance of failure. 👍
I watched all the adds supporting your channel. Thanks for sharing that info man, many of your viewers possibly already know these tips, there are some like me with no idea about cars!!
I change my 2016 nissan altima fluid every 20k w Valvoline synthetic. 3.8 qts out and back in. They put a hole in the splash guard under the drain plug like they want you to do it. Very easy service.
Even though most of today's CTV trans are sealed, you should see what the recommended fluid replacement should be done! My 2005 Ford Escape 4x4 Hybrid I sold it in 2014 with 225,000 miles on it to a local girl who is still driving it now with well over 300,000 miles on it. I changed the special trans fluid recommended for every 50,000 to 60,000 miles. You can never get all the fluid replaced as the torque converter and pump hold some so I always dropped just two quarts out putting the two quarts back in. Then drive a few miles the drain what I can. Filling it to the proper level gets most of the fluid new. The gear oil in the transfer case and rear axle around 100,000 miles. It has a grade four trailer hitch and I did tow my 26 ft boat regularly.
I've owned a shop for 30 years---his advice is good advice. If Customers do there maintenance on a regular basis, the vehicle will last a long time. You have to be proactive, and find an honest mechanic you can trust. Jim's Transmissions in Moore, Oklahoma.
Jim must have the only honest transmission shop in the TX-OK area. Every shop in SW TX seems to be dishonest.
Are there any fluid additives that can make it last longer? I have a Nissan Rogue.
This video makes me love my 6-speed manual.
Manual, along with the planetary gear set of Toyota hybrids, and EV's transmissions are among the most reliable, but Toyota hybrids, specially the Prius have proven to go to 200,000 miles and beyond with no transmission problems, due to the simplicity of the planetary gear set.
Manual transmission require skills to use it, but long term benefits is superb. Less maintenance, less fluid replacement. Under normal use, the clutch last longer than an average automatic transmission. The only thing you need to replace is the clutch, which last an average 300000 km under normal use, parts are inexpensive and it can be done by yourself (albeit front wheel drive cars will take longer because of more parts needs to be taken apart).
@@hedgehogthesonic3181 Electric cars can have manual transmission too, adding gearbox to an electric motor means the motors have to rotate less and use less torque which translate to possible energy savings.
@@diegosilang4823 They can, but human shifting is not near to how a computer does it, and a transmission that does not shift at all is much more reliable than those who shift, like the one on electric vehicles and Toyota hybrids.
I know that I love my 5-MT in my Impreza. 128k miles and still rocking the OE clutch.
My wife has a 2010 Sentra, 138,000 miles. Change fluid, no launch take offs. Runs good
Purchased new 2009 Sentra from the grace of God it lasted 200,000 miles With regular trans maintenance sold it last year $950.
I have a 2011 Sentra with 250k miles, on my third CVT rn. Motors on these cars are amazing, but man those Jatco CVTs are soo bad
@allenorozcolopez3689 we sold the car and it had issues afterwards. It had 200,000 miles. I think we were just lucky.
The biggest one is do a drain and fill of your CVT fluid every 30k. You can only get about half the fluid out, changing it often will ensure that it's always reasonably clean.
I did that in my Honda Accord CVT. Every 30,000
Fluid extraction tool works best now your not having to buy the gasket unless you have a plug which is on replacement pans not the stock/original
YUP YUP YUP! And cvt's are not for racing...be easy
By 30k are you talking about miles or kilometres?
@@DominicSteMarie Miles....
Great ideas I suggest changing cvt fluid every 30,000 miles at most sooner is even better. It's under $150 for the fluid and private mechanics charge $100 to $150 labor way cheaper than $5500 for new cvt.
Heck, it's also best to get the OE CVT fluid from a dealership compared to using aftermarket. A 4 qt jug of Toyota CVT FE fluid cost me about $90.
@@user-gx4hq3lm1q sure and a new cvt is $4000 if the aftermarket stuff is nor formulated to Japanese spec. What's an extra $35 ? Vs. $4000
@@user-gx4hq3lm1q ha..right..my honda cvt fluid is only 10$ at the stealer ship..Amazon wants 15
you can also do it yourself..jus one bolt plug..drain it n fill it..easy peasy
You can change it yourself and save more money. It’s not difficult. And you will have to purchase the transmission filter kit…
when parking car with a CVT transmission put car in neutral, then turn wheels towards curb, rest car on curb if on hill, or put car in neutral, then engage parking brake, let off pedal brakes, so the car is resting on the parking brake or emergency brake, then after that put into park, this will keep the strain off that week belt inside there, all that weight off that weak little belt in the CVT
I always do this
It's an habit already
Can you see the “soccer mom” following these instructions? Me neither! My wife said, just you drive and I’ll ride!
@@user-hb8be5wb4q i think that sitting on a hill in park would be the same as driving up hill almost on the transmission. using the emergency brake/ parking break can prevent unnecessary wear on the transmission. driving up hills seems to put a lot of strain on the CVT transmission. i am not an expert, it might not be that bad to do, leaving a CVT in park on a hill with no parking break or, leaving wheels rolled back on to curb. it seems like a good idea to me.
Kansas doesn't have this issue to worry about.
I always have my 2016 Lexus ES 300h oil changed and maintenance done on time at the dealership to make sure it's done right! I'll ask them about checking for any leaks on my next appointment!
What a revelation. The more carefully you drive, the longer transmission life you have.
bought CVT garbage by mistake? if you bought a 6-speed automatic you wouldn't have to worry that much now, lol.
Thanks for the tips Bro!!!
when i got too 200k miles i stop reving engine above 3000rpm if your light on gas pedal it will extended the trans and changing the fluid most definitely made a difference i believe
Can I have a question. I do have a subaru with have a cvt . Valve body fell at 70k mile replace it at dealer after another 10k miles at 80k miles the at oil sensor temperature come up like Christmas tree ( sometimes the light come up sometimes it's not) take the car to dealer they found no code .! I really don't know what the problem , an answer really grateful. Thank you for all the information .
By the way and for the record, according to the dealer’ service department my 2015 Prius C still had 70% of its original pads and shoes. Not bad I suppose for 261,000 km. While not a scheduled maintenance item, I have them change the CVT fluid every 100,000 km. It works just fine. An automatic is always looking for the right gear, a CVT is always in the right gear.
P M.......I agree 100 percent. I have a 2013 Prius with 160,000 miles. Never a problem. We have driven it through the Rocky mountains in Colorado and it cruised through with ease. We also have a Lexus RX with 8 speed automatic. I plan to trade it on a 450 RX hybrid. The extra mpg won't pay for itself but I want the Lexus cvt.
I doubt from my own experience that you can get 261,000 ks from 1 set brake pads unless you drive on completely flat roads all the time usually they will only last for 60000 to 70000 - I have had a Ford, Hyundia, Kia and I own a holden captiva and a SIAC LVD van which is now coming close to needing the brakes replaced and has done just on 50000 ks we have alot of hills where i live so that causes more wear
@@evangiles17 +1, my (driving style) pads average 60k-70k, my wife (used brakes often) 40k-50k only.
@P M amazing driving!!!
@@evangiles17 Nearly all this distance was Uber driving in Sydney. I coast to stop where practical and very gentle on the throttle. At that rate I would have run up half a million kms before replacing them. Sadly had to sell it when I bought the new RAV4. Actually preferred driving it to the RAV.
Scotty has a great idea regarding changing transmission fluid. Basically measure what you take out and refill with the same amount. This is useful as most CVT gearboxes haven’t got any means of measuring the levels. EDIT: it’s also critical that you use the OEM fluid as an incorrect choice can cause overheating. Great vid, keep ‘em comin’.
also, if you do this method, make sure you drain the fluid cold or allow the drained fluid to become the same temperature as the fluid you are putting in, as cvt fluid has a tendency to expand.
Adding the same amount that you removed will not work if the old fluid is warm from recent running, or if you have a leak. There is an actual fill procedure that other KZheadrs such as The Car Care Nut walk you through.
@@theredscourgeI'm glad you beat me to it!
@@sleepybear7642I had a mechanic show me that mobile one full synthetic oil doesn't start breaking down, under normal driving, until 15,000 miles. He tested his vehicle oil by sending it off at different mileages. He said that mobile one is some of the best oil to use so that's what I use now, but I change it at 10,000. I also use a very good wix filter.
manufacturer says 3.7qts? put in 3.7qts. use check bolt.
Good points. I currently have a '19 Honda CR-V with the automatic CVT. Changed the CVT fluid every 30,000 miles and driven it conservatively since I bought it brand new. There is no need to floor it because it has enough torque from the tried and true 2.4L (not turbocharged) to get it rolling. Not to mention that CR-V's are not built for speed, to begin with. That being said, once you get it up to temperature, it's actually quick off the line. I don't expect to win any races, mind you. Honda and Toyota CVT's use a launch/1st gear, and they manufacture some of the better CVT's on the market. Currently has 63,000 miles, and so far, so good, not a single problem with this car.
hello and thank you for the info i live in spain have a 2012 xv crosstreck need to change the fluid wich you recomend? only OEM? can be idemitsu? amsoil? thank you so much
Only use the manufacturer's fluid (Subaru in your case) as it meets the spec exactly. The fluid is under high temp and pressures, and third-party fluids may not meet the exact spec. Yes it costs more, but it's not worth the risk and cost of losing a transmission. Same deal for Nissan etc.
If you ues not recommended fluid on you cut you may lose warranty (if you still have any).
Thanks for this. I think this also explains why the new 2022 WRX does not have any credible power increase. The limiting factor is the CVT..
I have a 2012 AWD Nissan Rouge and it has the trans that is said to be one of the easiest to fail.. I drained it and put in Amsoil CVT 100 percent Synthetic Fluid over 3 years ago and have not had any trouble yet at 177 k miles currently .. The AMS fluid is much better than the Nissan Brand / Idemitsu NS 2 Fluid and I always noticed a weird shutter at times before I changed it over .....The true synthetic base with the additive package makes the typical hot fluid failures go away and makes the trans work much better .. 100 Percent Synth Fluid has far less air bubble traps and foaming issues and it brings down the operating temperature ...Full Synthetics Oils are of a group 3 base oil and not the real base synths of group 4 and 5 ...If Amsoil has a CVT Fliud for your CVT ,give it a try ..
I give a thumbs up for Valvoline CVT synthetic transmission fluid. A mechanic told me that some Nissan dealers were using Valvoline rather than factory CVT fluid. I have been using Valvoline CVT fluid in our 2006 Murano and no issues so far.
Yea I bought the Valvoline cvt fluid for my last cvt drain fill been running great but once I found out about AMSOIL im switching everything to them brake fluid, coolant, oil, differential, etc best company on da market!!! 💪🏾
@@bluehunnids887 I have not tried every product they make yet but I know that the Transmission and Motor Oil are far superior to what others have made...Amsoil had a 0w30 / 35k oil in the 2000s but even though it can last that long now they just decided to quit advertising the 35k mile interval for whatever reason ..Maybe too many assumed it would last for 10 years for a low mileage driver .
Subaru Outback here! 160k miles on CVT with original fluid. Towed boats, trailers, and plenty of mountain driving. Still works perfect, so far..
If the cvt is from the u.s.a they last longer but if its from Jatco not so good ..i called the trans .spec..n he advised me to get rid of it the he had 4 sitting in his shop that day ...i traded it in that week for a dodge journey ..the only thing i dont like about it is too many extras on the big 8 inch screen
@@johnellenburg2297 How do you like that Dodge Journey?
WTF, for 160k miles you don't change CVT fluid ? Are you serious ?
No harm changing it at recommended intervals
Ya! I haven’t changed my toothbrush in like 3 years either and I still have teeth! People try and scam you everywhere. 🦷👎🚘
I learned so much from this. Owning a Toyota C-HR. It is a 2018 XLE - bought new. Only 31k miles on it now. Had the fluid flushed at 30k miles just to be sure. The service department recommend at 100k miles, but I don't think so. The C-HR forum has some scary threads on the 2018 model having CVT issues. $9k for a "humming" noise from the transmission = complete transmission and torque converter replacement.
I have a 2016 Corolla with a cvt transmission. I bought the car used with 85,000 miles on it. It shifts fine but I drive slow, take off slow and stop slow. I drive approximately 12,000 miles a year. The dealership told me that i do not need to service my transmission, is that right?
Watching this video makes me love my 4L60E and Allison 1000 transmission they both have clutch packs
...until you have to change the clutches that DO wear out...will be ULTRA expensive and you cannot do it yourself.
@@naps3386 300k miles of towing, snowplowing and daily driving on my allison 1000 oem clutch packs and 160k miles of towing and daily driving on my 4l60e oem clutch packs 👍🏾 cvt belt won't stand up to that
By what you mean that don't mod past the transmission limit. Do you mean the wheel horsepower or the engine horsepower?
My Skoda makes a water gurgling noise from dashboard on ignition for 3/4 seconds Probable cause ??
Very informative vid. Thanks a lot. Question : I have a Nissan Rogue (X-trail) 2.5 from 2015. I went to Nissan to check the cvt fluid (80 k miles), and change it if needed. The technicien told me that on this model they dont change the cvt oil. Really confused!!!
“It’s not recommended to change the cvt fluid” dealer is full of it.
It's not recommended to change cvt Fluid. It's recomended to change a whole transmission 💲💲💲
Change your cvt fluid according to schedule and use he correct fluid. Or change your cvt. Unlike engine oil, CVT oil is not just lubricant, it is not hydraulic fluid, it is part of the mechanism.
The manual actually says change it.
If you do decide to change it yourself fill it to the exact amount.
FYI, i had a problem when the car would shift from first to second (automatic). One dealer told me nothing was wrong because there wasn't any codes, another dealer told me its possibly my tires because one has more ware than the rest (barely any difference, i checked with a tread gauge when I got home). Got new tires, i changed my spark plugs, a while PM. Then i tried the seafoam stuff.. problem went away 😑 a little ten dollar can was my fix 😂
So, don't beat on it. That took about 2 seconds to say and it applies to all cars. Not just cars with CVT's.
Thanx
First thing he says is don’t launch your car. That’s not a thing with normal transmission dude.
@@chrisgeorge84 Sure it is. Hold down the brake while pushing the gas pedal and then let go the brake. Kids do it all the time.
@@nickv4073 that is true. But not something thats gonna make or break your automatic transmission like in a cvt. They are made totally different, so no they aren’t the same.
You guys are kidding, right? Launching is very hard on every transmission. The torque converter in a geared automatic builds up tremendous heat and ages the transmission fluid. Do it in a manual and you’ll be replacing clutches way too often. An aftermarket transmission cooler is a good idea for any aggressive driving style (launches, off-road, etc).
If you have a powder clutch instead of a torque converter always put it in neutral at lights or when stationary. If you dont you can damage the wretched thing as you are constantly churning up the powder.
Thank u very much great video I dont have a Subaru but i have a 2020 Toyota Corolla se and it comes with that type of transmission CVT
I have a 2013 Nissan pathfinder still going strong at 130000k's nearly due for second service witch I believe is a must! Cvt isn't as bad as bad drivers make them out
Alister Pickering I needed to hear this I just bought a 2018 Nissan Altima
Alister Pickering when you say second service you mean you’ve been doing transmission fluid changes ?
They may not be bad, but they’re definitely not as reliable as a decent auto or manual
@@Itzquann I have a 2012 Sentra SE. Still going strong 8 years later, although I do only have 50k miles on it. I have no complaints
Yeah you wait and see!
Good info. Thanks!
Great information Thank you for your helpful content Blessed Always take care 🙏🙏
Have a 2014 Nissan sentra sv that I have put 109k miles. No issues and I don't drive aggressive. I have changed the fluid once and it is about to need a new change soon.
Great video I never knew what launching was. I rarely go past 2 on my tachometer. Now I will look when I change my brakes.
That’ll quickly turn into carbon buildup. Look up “Italian tune up” carbon build up will lead to detonation which is more difficult to hear in modern engines and will cause catastrophic failures. You can change all of your fluids on time with the best on the market & if you’re babying your engine every time you drive you are putting that engine at a high risk of failure.
Just give your car some gas drive it rough for a bit to clean it out
@@robertthegrowguy7115 yep..start off slow..then hit it hard when you reach 20MPH..then zoom baby
I was waiting for number 1 and ho and behold, you said exactly what the problem is with CVTs, don't launch your car from a standstill. Accelerate gently. Lead foot is the number one reason why CVTs fail. This is because CVTs dont feel torqy and theres no feed back when it shifts, just a smooth power band, baby.
Thank you for your information.
Also, I have often shifted to manual mode shifting at any speed and it works fine. I have been shifting with in the limits that the CVT will let you. Is that good or bad.
Great video!
Excellent information, well edited and concise. Thank you, Jim
3 weeks ago my 07 Nissan versa CVT with 298,200 MI just got tired won't take me up hills but will drive me around on level ground,. I'm now in the 2019 Maxima with a CVT 3200 miles I like the CVT
Thank you. Having some issues with my 2015 Outback.
Good information thx!
Practically what to expect from a CVT Transmission: - Delay or lag throttle response from a stop acceleration (hazardous when making a left turn at a junction). Delay or lag throttle response for clutch to grab when going to reverse (fellow motorists have to wait on you). - Sooner transmission fluid & transmission filter change intervals. If you a Do-It-Yourself, drain and drop the pan, change out the trans filter, clean out the magnets, add new and correct trans fluid with the exact same amount of old fluid that came out, damp your new trans filter with the new trans fluid, and torque everything to specs. If you're a Go-To-Dealership, than you can only hope IF your fluid is actually changed or did you pay to just have your car sit? And the magnet clean & filter change thing with the dealers, forget it! Best case scenario is just a fluid flush. - Metal chain constantly moving & rubbing up & down along the inner sidewalls of two pulleys. Let's see if most CVT can handle up to 200k miles that most standard automatic transmission could without repairs except for fluid maintenance and at normal driving stress. Only time could tell!!! I think there's a reason why some CVTs are discontinued on a same model vehicle platform, for instance, an Audi A4. - Low rpm at cruising speed (saves fuel). So does an automatic or manual transmissions with 7 8 9 10+ gears could cruise at low rev-per-minute as well. - Less cost & parts to manufacture saving auto maker companies manufacturing costs. As a result increases their profits. How about you as a consumer? Take 2 vehicles with equivalent comparisons except for one is equipped with a CVT transmission and the other with a standard automatic. Does the vehicle with a CVT selling price less, more, or same? Even though a vehicle with CVT costed less to manufacture. Do the same comparison between vehicles with a 9 speed and a 6 speed automatic transmissions. I reckon the answer is cost doesn't change for the consumers. Just more profit for the auto companies.
I’m at 213k 09 Maxima
@@vampgodVG Then you must know very well the problems of delay/lag throttle response from a stop, while making left turns at an intersection, and when switching to reverse. Keep changing your CVT fluids every 35k miles as you've probably have and let's see how far it can go with daily operations, that is without any major repairs.
@@vampgodVG I one of those that lets my petrol car and truck warms up until the rpm dies down to normal idle for a minute to let the oil flow around and o-rings/seals to expand before I gently roll down the street to start getting the transmission to temperature. The lag/delay problem is not transmission temperature, it is the design of a variable chain squeezing between pulleys transmission system. The 0-60 isn't all that impressive with cars now a days, not even on a hellcat or dodge demon since even a base model 3 Tesla can do it in 3.5 sec on regular street tires consecutively with no noise or peel. I've actually did 3.1 in a Model 3 and took it to 144 mph with ease.
This must be for the older CVT's. My wife's HR-V has run flawlessly since we purchased it new in 2016. I do the fluid changes at 30K mile intervals just like I do my automatic and manual transmissions. In spite of what some people say about not being able to measure the fluid for refilling, this is false. Like all automatic transmissions, the CVT drain & fill only changes part of the fluid but doing it regularly keeps it relatively fresh and performing like new.
@@boomerguy9935 Fax the issue is people are lazy love to speed and with a cvt you have to change the fluids sooner than with regular transmissions so ppl get a cvt and don’t realize this so it breaks not cvt fault but the owner I have a 11 Murano over 200k miles I only use AMSOIL fluids and change them on time she still runs and shifts great I love her!
Good info. Have a 2012 maxima with 100k. Trans seems strong. Changed Luis at 80k and it was pretty dirty. Will probably change again soon and add a cooler. Idk why anyone would get a wrx with a cvt though. I didn't know they had them. Also have a 2014 wrx 5 sp and love it.
Profesional instruction, very informative.Thanks
The tips start at 2:23
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Yeah i just about clicked away to something else by that time
Thanks!!! Life saver!
@@chriskelleher349 1.5 speed also helps.
We have a 2018 Pathfinder, and my wife drives it easy. I just plan on regular CVT fluid changes to get the most life out of it.
May wanna get a auxiliary tranny cooler like the B&M cooler.
How often you change the fluid?
My 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5 has over 204,000 miles and my CvT still works, I changed the fluid and kept it maintained so no problems there, but ofc who knows what they are putting in the new cars now and days I see more failures for the new ones vs the old ones still driving
we changed our Nissan rogue CVT flush at 75,000 miles still going strong they say to flush it every 65,000 miles
I have a 2016. It was great when I first bought it, but over time I noticed it was getting a little jerky or trying to simulate gear changes when it shouldn't be. I would be driving and it would rev hard, then up shift, then immediately down shift and repeat the sequence. I took it in for a tcm update and it's been great. I will def be checking for seepage this weekend tho.
TCM?..ive herd of TSB
Just change the CVT fluid every 50000 km's or more often. BTW, I have a Toyota iQ and the cvt started whining a little bit. Then again, I pull a trailer with my motorcycle on it.
We changed our fluid every 30,000 miles still failed.
Was it a Nissan??
@@citygurl0105 A Nissan with a CVT trans is automatic failure by design.
@@citygurl0105 At first change it at 40,000km. Then consistently change it every 25,000km. Your Nissan CVT will last longer.
Did everything right is still failed.. 2017 here.. and the way they making these cars now how the fuck do you check the temperature without being charged $150.. I had no leaks nothing just a whining noise the next day it wouldn’t get into gear.. JATCO is a shit product.
Had a 2015 Ford C-max hybrid with a CVT I traded recently at 130,000 miles. Never had a problem, and I didn't baby it. Car would haul ass and still get 40 mpg. Replaced it with a 2023 Nissan Rogue I-3 turbo with a CVT that routinely gets 38 mpg, and came with a lifetime powertrain warranty. It will also haul ass. Not worried.
When I have been driving in the moutains in areas with long steep winding roads I have switched to the manual shift mode and sfted to a lower gear to control the decent. Is this a good or bad practice? I am a 79 yr old guy with a 2021 Subaru Outback, Turing model with the Turbo. This is my second Outback.
Useful info! Just bought a Toyota 2020 Corolla LE last Saturday with a CVT. Ironically, I bought the used Toyota in a Subaru dealership :). Nice video!
Glad it helped!
You bought and took away the most reliable car a Subaru dealer will ever see!
Transmission oil cooler, boom done. Will be the easiest 150 fix ever. If my 08 rogues cvt transmission likes it than any new cvt will appreciate it. Haven't had an issue since I've added it
Would this void warranty on a newer car
@@illuminate6606 honestly I couldn't tell you. You could always call your warranty company and ask. My transmission got replaced and the same guy who replaced it installed my cooler.
My Murano has an oil cooler in the radiator. I prefer to keep the oil cooler separate from the radiator since coolant can sometimes leak into the transmission and destroy it. I already replaced the radiator on my car.
Awesome video bro, I have a 2011 Nissan Serena, have you ever changed the transmission fluid and filter?? Is it possible to make a video on it, please?
Great video, I've just bought a current model car with CVT. Will a throttle controller cause potential problems? Thanks for the advice.
So far I've owned two cars with CVTs. One was sold after 90k miles - no problems. The second has 36k miles and no problems.
2011 Subaru Legacy 2.5i; 100K ;no problems! Changed CVT fluid @105K.
What kind of cars?
@@JimBic72 -- a Subaru Impreza and a Subaru Outback.
Todd B I have an 09 Impreza, auto transmission is bulletproof, want to get a newer Sub, but CVT scares the hell out of me!
I’ve read before that Subaru makes the best cvt in the industry. Also, there is no oil change schedule for my outbacks cvt oil. It doesn’t get changed, seems weird, but thats the protocol. Warrantied to 125k.
Manual gearbox-sorted!
It will always stay n the back of your mind that it can go out at any time ...1 week n i traded mine in .
Do you know how hard it is to find cars with manual gearboxes?
That app that you used to see the temp on the trany , what is it called? I have no temp gauge in my Impreza
Do these tips apply to my 2006 Ford Five Hundred? Thank you 👍
For sure, be easy on that CVT and get that old girl some fluid.
Good advice but moral of the story is car manufacturers are not installing CVT in their models for the benefit of the end user, it’s a cost benefit to them. Regardless the real current issues with CVT is the higher than normal failure rate and the inability to fix the transmission at reasonable cost, that is the Fail with CVT.
Firstly make normal automatic reliable and repairs cost efficient then move to this cvt.
It's all thanks to CAFE MPG regs. The manufacturers need that extra 2 MPG EPA rating to avoid buying credits from Tesla, or to avoid having to make a subcompact like the Accent or Fit and subsidize the cost.
@@MattPSU02 ^^THIS!!
It's also to get government mandated mpg. Because the planet.
Cvts are really not as hard to work on as yall think just your transmission shop that's been in business for 40 years never seen them with most auto trans running like shit a 200k I dont see what the deal is when a company like subrau will replace it at 100k then you go 100k more then both cars need a transmission useless your broke ass going to deal with a trans that acts up all the time
Have a CVT in my Corolla. I was originally afraid of getting one because of all the negative comments I have seen on KZhead. However, it’s been a real pleasure. Great mileage and very smooth.
what year? just bought a 2016 base model with 47k miles
goodkat 2019 top spec, was brand new at the time.
It goes out all at once what i was told .
@@gotpwit i was told to get rid of mine with less miles ...4000$ to replace is what my trans man advised me .
My 2016 corolla s transmission lasted 203994 so far. It's starting to show signs of wear but I haven't done anything to it. Should of changed fluid every 35k miles but still got good miles. I found used transmission on eBay for $500-$800 so I'm going to order it and have my mechanic change it out. Hopefully get 200,000 miles again from used transmission with 20k to 30k miles.
Any feedback about honda cvt?
I have a 2021 Kia seltos S awd with Hyundais IVT. I change the engine oil full synthetic every 3-4K miles. I’ve had it a little over a year and it’s got 7k miles. Gonna have the trans fluid changed at 30k. Hoping to get 200k plus out of it. It’s got the 2.0 N/A non gdi I4 engine. I average almost 33 mpg in the summer and 30 in the winter
Thank you I have a cvt in my Nissan
Don’t worry,not for long.
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Thank you for the knowledge .
My mother had 2010 Jeep Patriot with a CVT and it failed at 36,000 miles. Lucky for her it was still under warranty, no one likes to pay for a new transmission. She now has a 2017 Nissan Rogue with a CVT which might be similar to the one in that Jeep. She never messed with the fluid in the Jeep or anything so that didn't cause it. CVTs are sometimes just not good. That is not to say that there are no horrible automatic transmissions, some of them fail a lot too. I personally don't like the sealed automatic transmissions a lot of newer cars have. They still need fluid changes and fluid level checks. They are no different than the ones that have a dipstick. The only difference is that some dipstick came up with the idea of not installing them. I hear some CVTs are this way already even though some still at least have the tube. At least for those ones you can get the dipstick, the sealed ones I despise make it so you have to crawl under the car and get it to a certain temperature and pull a plug to see if any comes out. My 2013 Passat is like that and while older cars that had the same transmission had no recommended oil change intervals it caused problems. Now the same transmissions and all other VWs that had it have a listed OCI of 40,000 to 60,000 miles. I think that 60,000 is WAY too long and most transmissions might develop problems by that time on the original fluid. It is not like you can not get the fluid, the dealer sells it and a lot of places have the equivalent fluid much cheaper even. I am not referring to those universal fluids that list every spec imaginable but specific fluids for cars that use Type WS or T-IV which some VW owners have used in their cars to avoid paying the VW dealer's crazy price. The only time I like buying the dealer's fluid is when I don't know what their fluid really is and that is when it is safer to just use theirs. My cars don't like universal fluids much.
I have a2019 Nissan Sentra with a CVT. I can say that it doesn't like quick acceleration or engine speeds over 4,000 RPMs.
I mean it's a weak car in terms of Hp u should switch to a altima sr u won't loose too much of gas mileage and will gain in acceleration..
#NewbieAlert. So the CVT is the 'weakest link' in the same-way that a traditional automatic/manual&clutch was on the pre-CVT models?😐
Even though most of today's CTV trans are sealed, you should see what the recommended fluid replacement should be done! My 2005 Ford Escape 4x4 Hybrid I sold it in 2014 with 225,000 miles on it to a local girl who is still driving it now with well over 300,000 miles on it. I changed the special trans fluid recommended for every 50,000 to 60,000 miles. You can never get all the fluid replaced as the torque converter and pump hold some so I always dropped just two quarts out putting the two quarts back in. Then drive a few miles the drain what I can. Filling it to the proper level gets most of the fluid new. The gear oil in the transfer case and rear axle around 100,000 miles. It has a grade four trailer hitch and I did tow my 26 ft boat regularly.
So basically what you're saying is, if you own a vehicle with a CVT transmission it'll last longer if you don't drive it like it's a racecar and perform standard maintenance? How much does it typically cost to take your car in for a TCM update?
IF the car has a TCM update, it should be a free service by the dealer. Normally it will be in the form of a TSB, but unless it's a safety issue the dealer won't notify you. Again, that's IF there is a TCM update at all.
yes perhaps nv but to someone like me who doesnt know appreciates info that is readily digested
I don't have a wrx or STI but i do have a 2015 legacy 3.6R with cvt, before I purchased it I did a lot of research, i made sure to go and see on car goru or other websites and on purpose find the highest millage legacy with cvt 200k somewhere in Utah, then I called 5 Subaru dealers and asked about the cvt transmission maintenance and they all said it was lifetime maintenance free, the rest was my must have when looking to buy the legacy and was, 1 owner, 2015 or newer, and less than 80k, Im 39 years old and ever since I was 17 and got my 1st car I told my self that I would never ever would get a automatic, not cause im getting old but i love the cvt on this legacy, I have a 99 legacy GT 5spd with over 250k and still running strong, well it was 2 years since I replace the odometer cause stopped working and now says 70+ k lol. Really good videos you got here.
Great video! Very informative as always. I've always wondered though what would be considered a "warmed up" engine/transmission? You showed the cvt to be around 87F(~31C) but is that relatively the optimal temp for the transmission? I notice the oil/coolant temp goes to the middle of the meter between 71C-91C. Does that mean 71 is considered warmed up?
Thank you That’ helps me to be aware of CVT problems that can occur while driving
Sitting on a Lotus 6 speed short shifter. I only CVT when I rental.
Had to have one chang d put @100k. But warranty got another one put in. 40k on that one. Changed fluid on very 30k! This is in a Suzuki Kizashi. 140k on the vehicle. Will still do 130 mph! Good car.
All valid points. Ty for tips even tho I don't own a cvt it's good knowledge
What I got out of this excellent video was that the CVT may not be a good choice for performance vehicles.
No it’s good
@@mohamedyossef8146 if it's good then why does every r35 owner get a different trans? Prob because they break in 1 pull.
@@borncomatose you may he right too
@@mohamedyossef8146 I am right. Look up r35 trans issues
Good advices!
Great info bro.Thanks